Contradiction with Matthew 11:28
Jesus offers rest to those who are weary and burdened, which contrasts the notion of bearing a yoke as a good thing.
Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 7:8
Paul suggests it is good for the unmarried and widows to remain single, which contrasts with bearing burdens in youth.
1 Corinthians 7:8: I say therefore to the unmarried and widows, It is good for them if they abide even as I.
Contradiction with Psalm 55:22
Encourages casting your burden upon the Lord, suggesting relief from burdens rather than bearing them.
Psalm 55:22: Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. [burden: or, gift]
Contradiction with Galatians 5:1
Advises standing fast in the freedom of Christ and not being entangled with a yoke of bondage.
Galatians 5:1: Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.
Contradiction with Matthew 18:3
Emphasizes becoming like little children to enter the kingdom of heaven, highlighting childlike faith and dependency instead of bearing a yoke.
Matthew 18:3: And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in that verse could be the idea of enduring hardship at a young age. One might see this as a contradiction to the idea of protection and care often emphasized in other teachings, raising questions about why suffering is necessary for growth or learning.